A comprehensive guide to 20 maternity hospitals across Hawaii, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in Hawaii
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in Hawaii, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adventist Health Castle | Kailua | ★★★★★ 5/5 | Yes |
| 2 | Straub Clinic And Hospital | Honolulu | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 3 | Pali Momi Medical Center | Aiea | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 4 | Kuakini Medical Center | Honolulu | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 5 | The Queens Medical Center | Honolulu | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 6 | Maui Memorial Medical Center | Wailuku | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 7 | Kaiser Foundation Hospital | Honolulu | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 8 | Hilo Benioff Medical Center | Hilo | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
| 9 | Wilcox Memorial Hospital | Lihue | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
| 10 | Kona Community Hospital | Kealakekua | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
Hospitals by City in Hawaii
Browse maternity hospitals by city. Cities with 3 or more hospitals have detailed comparison pages.
Honolulu
Wailuku
Hilo
Kailua
Lihue
Kealakekua
Aiea
Kamuela
Waimea
Pahala
Kapaau
Kaunakakai
Kahuku
Lanai City
Kapaa
Honokaa
Kula
Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in Hawaii
This is close to the national average of 50%.
The CMS Birthing-Friendly designation recognizes hospitals that meet quality benchmarks for maternity care, including lower C-section rates for low-risk pregnancies and implementation of evidence-based birth practices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hospitals for giving birth are in Hawaii?
There are 20 CMS-certified hospitals in Hawaii. Of these, 9 (45%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in Hawaii?
Based on CMS data, Adventist Health Castle in Kailua has the highest overall rating (5/5) in Hawaii. It also holds the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in Hawaii?
Hawaii has 9 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 20 total (45%). This is close to the national average of 50%.
